The meaning of gentry is upper or ruling class :
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Gentry (from old french genterie, from gentil 'high-born, noble') are well-born, genteel and well-bred people of high social class, especially in the past.
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Gen tries 1.
People of gentle birth, good breeding, or high social position.
Wellborn and well-bred people.
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People of high social class, especially in the past:
People of high social class, especially.
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